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Sunnyside Trail Trailhead – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

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Sunnyside Trail Trailhead – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

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Sunnyside Trail Trailhead – Rio Grande Trail loop from Aspen

03:44

55.1km

850m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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3.51 km

Sunnyside Trail Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

Here, Sunnyside Trail branches off the Rio Grande Trail and continues up towards Red Mountain. Sunnyside Trail is a popular trail in the area for hikers and runners, so expect …

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3.55 km

Rio Grande Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the Rio Grande Trail is on a beautiful mountainside trail. At this point the view opens up between the mountains to give you a great view of the wilderness surrounding Aspen.

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12.6 km

Woody Creek Tavern

Highlight • Pub

Right off the bike path! You can take the Rio Grande Trail that meanders along the Roaring Fork River and go to this super fun Old West Tavern. The food …

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39.8 km

Snowmass Village

Highlight • Settlement

Snowmass Village is best known for its world-class ski resort. However, after the snow melts, it offers 40 miles of hiking and biking trails, along with boutiques and restaurants. Additionally, …

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51.5 km

Moore Opens Space spans 65 acres and was acquired by Pitkin County in 1992. This scenic area boasts sage-dominated shrubland, providing interesting habitats and picturesque views.

Notable features include the …

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53.0 km

Marolt Open Space

Highlight • Rest Area

This park is steeped in Aspen history, tracing its roots back to mining and ranching. Encompassing a 70-acre area, it features bike paths, benches, and community gardens. The views are consistently stunning, with mountains surrounding the park on all sides.

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54.1 km

Aspen

Highlight • Settlement

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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54.4 km

Abstract Sculpture in Downtown Aspen

Highlight • Monument

Aspen, Colorado, the world-famous ski resort town, is a great place to kick off or end your ride by exploring the historic downtown area. Cruise through the streets with Victorian …

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55.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.7 km

22.9 km

4.46 km

2.10 km

702 m

285 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

21.5 km

16.7 km

16.3 km

537 m

156 m

Elevation

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Highest point (2,720 m)

Lowest point (2,180 m)

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Tuesday 12 May

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